Diploma in

Multimedia & Animation (N55)

 

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* Practice-oriented learning with an emphasis on thinking and conceptualisation skills as well as compilation of a professional portfolio

* Option to specialise in Digital Animation or Interactive Media with project management skills

* Strong support and design input from industry partners like the Singapore Animators Connection and Media Development Authority of Singapore

 

About the Diploma

Ratatouille and Shrek are just some of the 3D animated movies that have become larger than life on the silver screen. 3D animation is bringing fantasy to life, in ways that we might never have imagined before. It is revolutionising our cinematic, advertorial and even learning experience.

If you have a story to tell and want to ‘wow’ millions of people with your creativity, then the Diploma in Multimedia & Animation (MMA) should be your choice.

MMA prepares you for the world of 3D and interactive animation so you can communicate your ideas through well-conceptualised, well-designed and entertaining content, services and applications to the world. What’s more, with the emphasis on compiling a professional portfolio, you will be more than ready for an exciting career in the creative industry.

You will get a strong grounding of skills required of interactive media professionals. Unique to the course is a balanced foundation in the arts, design and digital media technologies. In the second year, you can opt to specialise in either Digital Animation or Interactive Media (entertainment-rich media). In your final year, your expertise will be further developed through project management where you will be engaged in all areas from concept to budgeting and implementation - skills that will serve you well when you enter the job market or choose to become an entrepreneur.

You will benefit from ICT’s close links with industry partners like the Singapore Animators Connection and the Media Development Authority of Singapore – who work alongside the School to design the course and ensure that you will have access to the latest trends and developments in the creative industry.

 

Career Prospects

The MMA course develops your talents holistically from thinking, conceptualising to development skills. You can work as an entertainment-rich interactive media designer/developer, visual interface designer, 2D and 3D animator, 3D modeller and rigger, just to name a few. You will be well-equipped to carve a name for yourself by applying your newly-acquired skills to the world of 2D or 3D animation in television or movies, video, e-learning, PC online as well as interactive arts and edutainment.

You might just find yourself working with international corporations like Pixar, Lucas Film or DreamWorks in the future! Or you might find yourself starting up a high-potential creative set-up, developing your own interactive media titles.

 

Further Studies

With MMA, graduates can pursue further studies in the creative field with universities such as the National University of Singapore (Communications & New Media), Nanyang Technological University (Art, Design and Media), James Cook University, Australia (New Media Arts), RMIT, Digipen Institute of Technology (Production Animation) and Sheridan College (Animation).

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Entry Requirements

To be eligible for consideration, candidates must have the following GCE 'O' Level examination (or equivalent) results and fulfil the aggregate computation requirements.

Subject
‘O’ Level Grade

English Language*

1 – 7

Mathematics (Elementary or Additional)

1 – 6

Any two other subjects

1 – 6

 

The aggregate computation for selection is based on grades obtained for English, Mathematics, Science (Grade 1-9) or Design & Technology (Grade 1-9) or Computer Studies (Grade 1-9) and two other subjects.

* Candidates must attain the required grade for English as a first language.

Candidates with hearing deficiency or severe vision deficiency should not apply for this course.

Those with colour appreciation deficiency may be considered, subject to an in-house test.

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Course Structure

 

First-Year Modules
Second-Year Modules
Final-Year Modules

Level 1.1
· 2D Design
· Drawing Fundamentals
· Digital Photography
· Fundamentals for Creative Professionals
· Principles of Programming
· Creativity & Applied Thinking Skills ^
· Sports & Wellness ^

 

Level 1.2
· 3D Design
· Perspective Drawing
· Digital Audio & Video
· Animation Principles
· Communication Toolkit ^

Level 2.1
· 4 Prescribed Modules / Electives
· Any 2 Interdisciplinary Studies modules ^

 

Level 2.2
· 4 Prescribed Modules / Electives
· Innovation & Enterprise in Action ^

Level 3.1
· Global Production & Project Management
· Concept Development
· Portfolio Development
· 1 Prescribed Module / Elective
· World Issues: A Singapore Perspective ^
· Any 1 Interdisciplinary Studies module ^

 

Level 3.2
· Internship

 

^ Interdisciplinary Studies (IS) modules at Ngee Ann help students become more versatile and competitive by expanding their knowledge and skills beyond their core disciplines. Areas covered include communication, entrepreneurship, lifeskills, media and the arts, and science and technology.

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Prescribed Modules / Electives

 

In the second year, students may choose to specialise either in the Digital Animation or Interactive Media option.

 

Digital Animation Option

Interactive Media Option

Level 2.1
· Figure Drawing
· Principles of Body Mechanics
· 3D Modelling & Animation
· Digital Cinematography


Level 2.2
· Drawing for Animation
· Acting for Animation
· Advanced Modelling and Rigging
· Digital Cinematography


Level 3.1
· Digital Audio Design

Level 2.1
· Visual Interface Design
· Digital Effects
· Authoring Interactive Experience I
· 3D Modelling & Animation


Level 2.2
· Digital Design for Interactivity
· Interactive Narrative
· Authoring Interactive Experience II
· Developing Rich Media Applications


Level 3.1
· Sound Design for Interactive Media

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Related Courses

Digital Visual Effects (N78)
Film, Sound & Video (N82)

Contact us

School of InfoComm Technology
Blk 31 Level 8
535 Clementi Road
Singapore 599489

Mr. Rahardja Agus
Tel: 6460 8207
Fax: 6469 0490
Email: rahar@np.edu.sg

 

Ngee Ann Polytechnic
Toll Free: 1800-4607333 (admission to full-time courses)
Tel: 6466 6555
Fax: 6468 3207
Email: JoinNP@np.edu.sg

 

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